[lin_video src=http://eplayer.clipsyndicate.com/embed/player.js?aspect_ratio=16×9&auto_next=1&auto_start=0&div_id=videoplayer-1370042473&height=480&page_count=5&pf_id=9624&show_title=1&va_id=4079974&width=640&windows=2 service=syndicaster width=640 height=480 div_id=videoplayer-1370042473 type=script]BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — After 29 years of service, local authorities celebrated the career of a fellow officer on Friday.

Deputy Chief Herman Hinton was recognized at Regions Field on Friday morning.

He served under five chiefs while he was with the department.

Hinton says his faith has helped him prosper over the years and advises others to strive to be their best.